College of Fine & Applied Arts Information Session
Join FAA administration for an on-campus information session and get a closer look at the College of Fine and Applied Arts, which houses Architecture, Art and Design, Dance, Landscape Architecture, Music, Sustainable Design, Theatre, and Urban Planning. Don’t forget to sign up for the UIUC Experience & Campus Tour in addition to this information session.
4:00–4:30 p.m. (CDT)
- Saturday, April 1
- Saturday, April 22
Music Tour
Join the School of Music for a tour of its facilities and hear more about what the school has to offer. Tours are available Monday through Friday, excluding campus holidays.
Overview of the College (Virtual)
Whether you are interested in environmental design, the performing arts, or the visual arts, helping you follow your passion is what the College of Fine and Applied Arts does best. Join us for an overview and application information session with the admissions team.
7:00–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Monday, February 6
- Monday, March 6
- Monday, April 3
- Monday, May 8
Creative Careers Presentation (Virtual)
What does someone with a degree in dance do for a career? If I study architecture but I don’t want to build houses and skyscrapers, what job options are there for me? What is an urban planner? If you think you’d like to study architecture, art and design, dance, landscape architecture, music, sustainable design, theatre, or urban and regional planning, you’ll want to join an information session to find out about all the exciting career options.
7:00–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Tuesday, February 7
- Tuesday, March 7
- Tuesday, April 4
- Tuesday, May 9
Art and Design Portfolio Tips Presentation (Virtual)
Learn the best practices for putting together an art and design portfolio. We will show you real examples of portfolio work and offer tips to make your portfolio stronger for admission to the School of Art and Design.
7:00–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Wednesday, February 15
- Wednesday, March 8
- Wednesday, April 5
- Wednesday, May 10
Performing Arts Talent Submission Tips (Virtual)
Are you interested in applying to a performing arts major in dance, music, or theatre at Illinois? Join us for this special presentation to get audition, interview, and portfolio tips.
7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Thursday, February 9
- Thursday, March 9
- Thursday, April 6
- Thursday, May 11
Art and Design Information Session (Virtual)
These information sessions will include details about the admissions procedure (including the portfolio requirement) and the different majors and minors offered in the School of Art and Design. Each small session will have time for questions.
4:00–4:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Monday, March 6
- Monday, April 3
- Monday, May 1
- Monday, June 5
Sustainable Design Information Session (Virtual)
Learn more about the major and ask any questions you may have. Different topics will be discussed such as studying abroad, projects, and careers. Join us on Zoom for a live session.
3:00–3:30 p.m. (CDT/CST)
Thursday, March 2—General Sustainable Design Information Session
Monday, March 27—Extracurriculars & Studying Abroad as a Sustainable Design Major
Wednesday, April 5—General Sustainable Design Information Session
Tuesday, April 18—Internships & Careers in Sustainable Design
12:00–12:30 p.m. (CDT)
Friday, March 24—Real Life Projects in Sustainable Design
11:00–11:30 a.m. (CDT)
Friday, April 28—General Sustainable Design Information Session
Architecture Meeting (Virtual)
Visit the School of Architecture! Join us and be introduced to the architecture program at Illinois and learn what it takes to become an architect. You will also have the opportunity to hear from a current student and learn more about the campus.
5:00–6:00 p.m. (CDT/CST)
- Thursday, March 9
- Tuesday, March 28
- Thursday, April 27
6:00–7:00 p.m. (CDT)
- Wednesday, April 19
Other College of Fine and Applied Arts Meetings (Virtual)
If you are interested in programs in dance, landscape architecture, sustainable design, theatre, or urban planning and would like to speak with an advisor, please email faa-admissions@illinois.edu. We are happy to set up a one-on-one virtual informational meeting with you.
Talent Requirement Events: Art and Design, Dance, Music, and Theatre
Applicants to the Department of Dance, Department of Theatre, School of Art and Design, and School of Music must fulfill talent requirements to complete the application process. School of Art and Design applicants will upload their portfolios to our submission portal. For all performing arts applicants (dance, music, and theatre majors), we will host on-campus audition events, attend festivals/events, and allow virtual auditions for those unable to audition in person. Each performing arts major has specific requirements for auditions, interviews, or portfolios.
Head to our application information to get details on upcoming audition events.
UIUC Experience and Campus Tour
Visit the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign during daily information sessions and take tours with admissions counselors. If you schedule a campus event on a day that also offers an FAA information session, you can hear from representatives from our college. Check out all the options to visit campus in person or virtually or try other ways to explore the university.